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ID: 140D0425Q0039Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESIBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)HERNDON, VA, 20170, USA

NAICS

Offices of Real Estate Appraisers (531320)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: REAL PROPERTY APPRAISALS (R411)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8dbac402395e4a03a66d26b64fa7b5f3/view
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    The Department of the Interior intends to issue a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Kingwood Forestry Services, Inc. for land appraisal services related to the acquisition of approximately 1,808.57 acres in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana. The procurement is justified under FAR regulations, indicating that only one responsible source can fulfill the agency's specific needs for these appraisal services. This contract is critical for the agency's land acquisition efforts, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks while facilitating the necessary evaluations of the targeted properties. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements by October 29, 2024, to the contracting officer, Joy B. Wilson, at joy_wilson@ibc.doi.gov, with the appraisal expected to be completed within 135 days.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Wilson, Joy
    (703) 964-8806
    joy_wilson@ibc.doi.gov
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    A14_MR_NOI_to_Sole_Source_1.pdf
    The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) plans to issue a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Kingwood Forestry Services, Inc. for land appraisal services targeting the acquisition of approximately 1,808.57 acres across several land purchases in Morehouse Parish, LA. This action, overseen by the Interior Business Center's Acquisition Services Directorate, is justified under FAR regulations, indicating that only one responsible source can meet the agency's needs. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements by October 29, 2024, to the contracting officer, Joy B. Wilson, via email. The appraisal is expected to be completed within 135 days. Submissions must comply with specific formatting and size requirements and proprietary information will be protected. Note that this notice is not a request for competitive quotes; the decision to pursue a competitive process is at the government’s discretion. This document outlines critical procedures surrounding the acquisition process while reaffirming compliance with regulatory frameworks.
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